Len Bunton, an unwavering pillar of support for countless FIS members, continues to bolster our contractual endeavors with unyielding dedication. Even as he marks his 80th birthday, his momentum is undiminished.

Let’s hear directly from the man himself:

My lifetime has been spent in the construction industry and I have been extremely fortunate to meet and work with so many brilliant people, whose friendship I have shared.

The commitment to a fairer construction industry continues. Being asked to Chair the Conflict Avoidance Coalition Steering Group has been huge honour, and again working with so many great people, with a shared vision.

The professional institutions deserve great credit for supporting this, but really the RICS support has been unstinting and incredible. Working with construction organisations has also been stimulating, and I particularly mention, the Finishes, and Interiors Sector. The force of nature, in CEO, Iain McIlwee has been an inspiration, as has the backup team of Michelle, Clare, Gregg and Joe.

The Conflict Avoidance Conference in London last week was a great success, and we need to build on that and Conflict Avoidance needs to be the “norm” and not the “exception”.

I have been blessed with so many great friends, with 4 wonderful children [now grown up] with lovely grandchildren and great grandchildren. Most of all an incredible wife Sheila. She has endured my working long hours, travelling away from home many times, but she has been the rock for our family, and my inspiration.

To our many clients, some of over 20 years, thank you for trusting us.

So, to those of you who are thinking – “at last he’s hanging up his foghorn”, rest assured I am not, and as long as I have my health, I will continue to fight for honesty, integrity, respect, and trust in our industry.

Thank you all.